Home base
Charlotte, North Carolina
Meet Melissa.
Travel Advisor. Realtor & Broker. Mom. Certified boat skipper. Lover of turquoise water and stress-free trips.
Travel Advisor · Realtor & Broker · Fora Travel
Hi, I'm Melissa — and I help people get where they're going.
I help busy families and professionals in two ways: as a FORA-certified Travel Advisor, I design seamless, personalized trips with VIP perks at no extra cost. As a licensed Realtor and Broker in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Arizona, I help people buy, sell, and relocate with confidence.
I became a travel advisor because I believe travel should feel like a gift — not a project. And I got into real estate because I know what it means to move somewhere new and make it home. Whether you're planning a vacation or a relocation, I bring the same care and attention to both.
As an independent advisor with Fora Travel, I have access to an exclusive network of 8,000+ hotels and travel providers, which means I can unlock perks and upgrades that simply aren't available when you book on your own — at no extra cost to you.
The Blue Mind Philosophy
I live by the 'Blue Mind' philosophy — the idea that being near water is healing, restorative, and good for the soul. Whether it's the turquoise waters of the BVI, the Atlantic coast of the Carolinas, or a mountain lake in Arizona, water has a way of slowing everything down. That philosophy shapes how I design trips: intentional, unhurried, and deeply restorative.
A Little More About Me
Deep roots
Arizona & the Caribbean
Family mission
Visiting all 50 states with my kids
Licensed Realtor & Broker
North Carolina, South Carolina & Arizona
Certified
Boat skipper — catamaran sailing in the BVI
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#TrippinWithTheTrinkls
Why Book With Me
Licensed Realtor & Broker — NC, SC & AZ
Whether you're buying, selling, or relocating, I bring the same personal approach to real estate that I bring to travel. I know what it means to move somewhere new and make it home.
Independent Advisor with Fora Travel
Fora is one of the most respected travel advisor networks in the industry, giving me access to exclusive partnerships and ongoing training.
8,000+ Hotel & Travel Partnerships
I have relationships with hotels, resorts, cruise lines, and tour operators worldwide — which means better perks for you.
No Extra Cost to You
My travel planning services are covered by the travel providers I work with. You get expert planning and VIP perks at no additional charge.
Kind words from travelers
“Melissa made every detail feel effortless. We had the most incredible trip.”
“Her recommendations were spot on, and the extra perks were such a lovely surprise.”
“Working with Melissa took all the stress out of planning our family getaway.”
“Thoughtful, responsive, and truly invested in making our trip special.”
Let's plan your next trip or move.
Whether it's a vacation or a relocation, I'd love to hear about it.